I wanted to take some time today and update everyone on some of my previous blogs. I will try to do this every so often. So here we go:
9/23 - I love my new rain boots and wore them Sunday while watching my son's football game. There was a 60% chance of rain that day, so I was excited to wear them. Funny thing happened...it was sunny and not rainy at all. Anyway, my friend, Julie, wore her new boots, too. Yes, she actually bought some, too, and she found hers at Marshall's. They are so cute. Marshall's also had my boots there but in a shorter version, which is a good option to those who don't want a tall rain boot. That's what my mom is looking for!
9/20- Wow!! So many people loved that cute winter hat that my neighbor, Colette wore in the photo I posted, and now I am seeing them everywhere. I just bought one for my 8 year old daughter at Justice. Perfect for her tiny peanut head!!
9/14 - Was at Target again today, but what else is new. Target had some Missoni items there that were not new stock items. Looks like everyone is returning their Missoni goods that they couldn't sell on eBay. My daughter is getting good use out of her Missoni rain boots, though.
9/1 - Do you remember me telling you why my mail person hates me this time of year? Yes, those September fashion magazines that are so thick and heavy. Well, I still haven't finished reading them, and I have gotten the October ones already. I am really behind in my reading!!!
8/11- When I talked about the Fall Jean Trends, I discussed zippers being one of those jean trends. I bit the bullet and bought a pair of dark denim skinny jeans with the zippers on the bottom outside of the legs. They are a little bit long on me, which isn't surprising since I am vertically challenged, so I just unzip them an inch or two. Looks very chic that way!!!
8/4 - Animal prints! So you know how I told you that I was going to buy an animal print belt? I didn't buy one, but instead I bought an animal print scarf. And while I was working on two fashion shows this month, I could not believe that animal prints are everywhere....jackets, boots, pumps, belts, scarves, necklaces, earrings, hats, gloves, dresses, cardigan sweaters, and hair accessories. WOW!!!! Could it be overkill? (no pun intended)
Okay..that's about it for now.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Friday, September 23, 2011
I Finally Got Rain Boots!!!
It was an early damp and cold Saturday morning in June. There was no sunshine, and the ground was wet from the rain. My friend Julie and I were volunteering at a soccer picnic (our daughters play soccer). We were standing in the grass complaining how cold and wet our feet were and why??? Because we were wearing gym shoes. Then we started checking out all of these women wearing these cute rain boots. Right away we both said...I gotta get me a pair of those!!
Fast forward to this past Sunday (3 1/2 months later), another cold and damp day. And yes, Julie and I were standing in the grass (this time for our sons' football game) wearing gym shoes yet again. We looked at each other and said...I guess we never got around to buying those rain boots!!! And there were plenty of women out there sporting their fashionable yet appropriate rain boots keeping their feet dry and warm.
So, I finally bit the bullet. I went to the mall yesterday and hit a bunch of stores. But beforehand, I hit the Internet to check out all of the possibilities. And let me tell you...there are tons to choose from.
Now, there were a lot of websites with great deals, but I really needed to try them on. I wanted to make sure that they fit over my calves and that I could tuck my jeans in them. I finally ended up at Nordstrom, but I couldn't find the pair I saw online that I really, really wanted. So I asked a sales associate, and he searched high and low and even asked other associates about this pair of rain boots. They told him they were all sold out. But my guy kept on searching until he found the pair I wanted and in my size, which is a 6. Yes, I'm the display size and normally that pair is all stretched out but not his time. It was a brand new pair, and it was the last pair they had. VICTORY!!!!!!!!!!
But there was one little problem...I had no coupon, no gift card, and it wasn't on sale. I saw it cheaper online but this sales associate really went the extra mile to find it. So................I paid full price!!!! I know, shocking!!
But I think it was well worth it. The weather looks bad again this weekend, and both of my kids have games this weekend. Yes...on grass...it's supposed to rain...and I will be standing out there again. But this time my feet will be warm and dry.
Check out the photo. Those are my new rain boots. Pretty cool!! And yes, that is a real zipper which makes it easier to get them on!!
Okay, Julie...it's your turn!!!!
Enjoy your day!!!
Lynn
Fast forward to this past Sunday (3 1/2 months later), another cold and damp day. And yes, Julie and I were standing in the grass (this time for our sons' football game) wearing gym shoes yet again. We looked at each other and said...I guess we never got around to buying those rain boots!!! And there were plenty of women out there sporting their fashionable yet appropriate rain boots keeping their feet dry and warm.
So, I finally bit the bullet. I went to the mall yesterday and hit a bunch of stores. But beforehand, I hit the Internet to check out all of the possibilities. And let me tell you...there are tons to choose from.
Now, there were a lot of websites with great deals, but I really needed to try them on. I wanted to make sure that they fit over my calves and that I could tuck my jeans in them. I finally ended up at Nordstrom, but I couldn't find the pair I saw online that I really, really wanted. So I asked a sales associate, and he searched high and low and even asked other associates about this pair of rain boots. They told him they were all sold out. But my guy kept on searching until he found the pair I wanted and in my size, which is a 6. Yes, I'm the display size and normally that pair is all stretched out but not his time. It was a brand new pair, and it was the last pair they had. VICTORY!!!!!!!!!!
But there was one little problem...I had no coupon, no gift card, and it wasn't on sale. I saw it cheaper online but this sales associate really went the extra mile to find it. So................I paid full price!!!! I know, shocking!!
But I think it was well worth it. The weather looks bad again this weekend, and both of my kids have games this weekend. Yes...on grass...it's supposed to rain...and I will be standing out there again. But this time my feet will be warm and dry.
Check out the photo. Those are my new rain boots. Pretty cool!! And yes, that is a real zipper which makes it easier to get them on!!
Okay, Julie...it's your turn!!!!
Enjoy your day!!!
Lynn
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Cute Winter Hats!!
I know that you aren't quite ready for the cold weather yet, but check out this winter hat my neighbor's daughter bought!!! It's very trendy and also very cute!!
Colette is a freshman in high school and bought this hat at Hot Rags, a store in La Grange, IL. There were also other animals available, however this one was the most fun.
The inside of this hat is fleece, making it comfy not itchy. And the outside is knit. And I like how it covers her ears, which will keep her extra warm this winter.
Now guess the price.................$18.00!!!! What a great deal!!! I wish it came in a children's sizes. You better believe that I will be searching all over the place for one for my 8 year old daughter!!!
Enjoy your day!!!
Lynn
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Missoni for Target, Part Deux!
Okay...has the madness stopped!! The madness for Missoni for Target, that is!!
So, I went on Target's website and almost everything is sold out. Absolutely crazy!! People went bonkers for this merchandise. Personally, I bought rain boots and ballet flats for my daughter, a tie for my husband, a makeup case, and a travel case. Remember, I didn't go the inaugural day. I went the day after and two days after and accidentally found some of these items.
Then I went on Ebay to find out the scoop. There was a ton of Missoni for Target merchandise on that site up for sale. Now, some of the home items were selling for double and event triple the actual price. The other items that were going for a lot of money were the women's apparel. The children's items were not going at all. A good percentage of those items didn't even have any bids. Very interesting, if you ask me.
Finally, do you think Target will re-stock these items? Do they even have any items left in their warehouses to re-stock? Will the try to produce more? Stay tuned...
Also, I was wrong in my last blog. This promotion is really supposed to end October 22.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
So, I went on Target's website and almost everything is sold out. Absolutely crazy!! People went bonkers for this merchandise. Personally, I bought rain boots and ballet flats for my daughter, a tie for my husband, a makeup case, and a travel case. Remember, I didn't go the inaugural day. I went the day after and two days after and accidentally found some of these items.
Then I went on Ebay to find out the scoop. There was a ton of Missoni for Target merchandise on that site up for sale. Now, some of the home items were selling for double and event triple the actual price. The other items that were going for a lot of money were the women's apparel. The children's items were not going at all. A good percentage of those items didn't even have any bids. Very interesting, if you ask me.
Finally, do you think Target will re-stock these items? Do they even have any items left in their warehouses to re-stock? Will the try to produce more? Stay tuned...
Also, I was wrong in my last blog. This promotion is really supposed to end October 22.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Missoni for Target and The Craziness!!
Yesterday was the kick-off day for Target's Missoni line of merchandise. It will be, well supposed to be in their stores only for a limited time, just until October 2nd. But after the craziness that ensued yesterday in all Target stores and on their website, I don't think that will happen.
I honestly don't believe the Missoni family and Target knew how big this partnership would be. Target's website crashed yesterday, and when people finally got through, everything was sold out. The stores had people lined up outside waiting for them to open...just like Black Friday. I know women who bought anywhere from $750-$1300 worth of Missoni merchandise. I also know women who contacted friends and family in rural areas to buy everything up in their town's Target.
Why was merchandise line such a big success? Why was this designer partnership such a bigger hit than the others?
It's all about Missoni's signature design, the zig zag. You can reproduce that design on everything from rain boots to pillows to cosmetic bags to plates to apparel to glassware to hair accessories. And Target was able to accomplish that goal.
It was also about their advertisements. Who could forget their amazing commercials...very cute and catchy!! I feel that they promoted this line of merchandise more than any of their others.
I, personally, did not go yesterday. I waited until today, and the shelves and racks were completely empty. Only a few items remained. I did buy a Missoni travel case and makeup case. And I bought my daughter Missoni ballet flats and rain boots. They were too cute to pass up so I hope they fit her! Then I went to TJ Maxx to return something for my son and found the real Missoni on their racks...not full price but not as cheap as Target. And when I was there, I saw a mother with her daughter both dressed to the nines in full on Target Missoni apparel. Too funny!! I chuckled to myself!!
Oh, and on a side note...I bet you a million dollars that you will be seeing these items on Ebay!!
Enjoy your day!!!
Lynn
I honestly don't believe the Missoni family and Target knew how big this partnership would be. Target's website crashed yesterday, and when people finally got through, everything was sold out. The stores had people lined up outside waiting for them to open...just like Black Friday. I know women who bought anywhere from $750-$1300 worth of Missoni merchandise. I also know women who contacted friends and family in rural areas to buy everything up in their town's Target.
Why was merchandise line such a big success? Why was this designer partnership such a bigger hit than the others?
It's all about Missoni's signature design, the zig zag. You can reproduce that design on everything from rain boots to pillows to cosmetic bags to plates to apparel to glassware to hair accessories. And Target was able to accomplish that goal.
It was also about their advertisements. Who could forget their amazing commercials...very cute and catchy!! I feel that they promoted this line of merchandise more than any of their others.
I, personally, did not go yesterday. I waited until today, and the shelves and racks were completely empty. Only a few items remained. I did buy a Missoni travel case and makeup case. And I bought my daughter Missoni ballet flats and rain boots. They were too cute to pass up so I hope they fit her! Then I went to TJ Maxx to return something for my son and found the real Missoni on their racks...not full price but not as cheap as Target. And when I was there, I saw a mother with her daughter both dressed to the nines in full on Target Missoni apparel. Too funny!! I chuckled to myself!!
Oh, and on a side note...I bet you a million dollars that you will be seeing these items on Ebay!!
Enjoy your day!!!
Lynn
Sunday, September 11, 2011
9/11/01...Where Were You?
As I awoke this morning, the first thing I did was turn on the TV and start watching all of the 9/11 Memorial coverage on the news. As I sat there mesmerized by all that was airing, I started thinking back as to where I was and what I was doing that day...the morning of 9/11/01.
I was on my way to work, freelancing at Marshall Field's. I was working on their 28 Shop Show (which is their designer show) that was supposed to be at the Museum of Contemporary Art. We were living in Chicago at the time. I was walking down Halsted Street on my way to the Red Line El train when my phone rang. It was my husband. He begged me not to go to work and to come home right away. I didn't understand what he was saying. Why should I go back home? What happened? Was something wrong with our baby? Our son was only 4 months old, and our sitter was there as my husband was working out of our house at the time.
He was trying to explain to me everything that was going on in New York City, but I couldn't comprehend it. Finally, I took his advice, turned around and walked back home. On the way, I called the Fashion Office at Field's and left a message for the other freelancers about my whereabouts and what I was doing. When I got home, my husband was standing right in front of the TV with the sitter and our baby. They couldn't take their eyes off of the TV. I looked at them then the TV, and found myself doing the same thing. We let our sitter go home and I called the girls again in the Fashion Office and begged them to go home, get out of downtown Chicago. They finally did so and by 12 noon, downtown Chicago was evacuated.
After watching the coverage for half the day, My husband and I decide to take our baby for a walk in his stroller. We lived so close to Lincoln Park Zoo so we started heading that way. Nobody was out. It was silent. It was creepy. We looked at each other, turn around and went back home. We got in our car, and got the hell out of the city and went to my parent's house in the suburbs.
We all know that our world, our lives changed that day.
And now, ten years later, my son is now ten years old. Today, he watched part of the 9/11 TV coverage with me. Then we went to church, watched part of the Chicago Bears football game, then went to his football game. My daughter, who is eight years old, is one of his cheerleaders. Yes, I know...how cool is that. Anyway, tonight as my son and I watched Sunday Night Football (Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Jets in NY), he started asking me questions about 9/11. He wanted to know absolutely everything from how the terrorists hijacked the planes to did everyone die on those planes.
I was so glad that he felt comfortable enough to ask me all of those questions, especially since he only knows life after 9/11. It was one of the best conversations that I have ever had with him. And I will never forget it, as I will never forget that day ten years ago and those who lost their lives that day.
Enjoy your life!
Lynn
I was on my way to work, freelancing at Marshall Field's. I was working on their 28 Shop Show (which is their designer show) that was supposed to be at the Museum of Contemporary Art. We were living in Chicago at the time. I was walking down Halsted Street on my way to the Red Line El train when my phone rang. It was my husband. He begged me not to go to work and to come home right away. I didn't understand what he was saying. Why should I go back home? What happened? Was something wrong with our baby? Our son was only 4 months old, and our sitter was there as my husband was working out of our house at the time.
He was trying to explain to me everything that was going on in New York City, but I couldn't comprehend it. Finally, I took his advice, turned around and walked back home. On the way, I called the Fashion Office at Field's and left a message for the other freelancers about my whereabouts and what I was doing. When I got home, my husband was standing right in front of the TV with the sitter and our baby. They couldn't take their eyes off of the TV. I looked at them then the TV, and found myself doing the same thing. We let our sitter go home and I called the girls again in the Fashion Office and begged them to go home, get out of downtown Chicago. They finally did so and by 12 noon, downtown Chicago was evacuated.
After watching the coverage for half the day, My husband and I decide to take our baby for a walk in his stroller. We lived so close to Lincoln Park Zoo so we started heading that way. Nobody was out. It was silent. It was creepy. We looked at each other, turn around and went back home. We got in our car, and got the hell out of the city and went to my parent's house in the suburbs.
We all know that our world, our lives changed that day.
And now, ten years later, my son is now ten years old. Today, he watched part of the 9/11 TV coverage with me. Then we went to church, watched part of the Chicago Bears football game, then went to his football game. My daughter, who is eight years old, is one of his cheerleaders. Yes, I know...how cool is that. Anyway, tonight as my son and I watched Sunday Night Football (Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Jets in NY), he started asking me questions about 9/11. He wanted to know absolutely everything from how the terrorists hijacked the planes to did everyone die on those planes.
I was so glad that he felt comfortable enough to ask me all of those questions, especially since he only knows life after 9/11. It was one of the best conversations that I have ever had with him. And I will never forget it, as I will never forget that day ten years ago and those who lost their lives that day.
Enjoy your life!
Lynn
Friday, September 9, 2011
Fashion Night Out Chicago 2011
Thursday, September 8th was Fashion Night Out all around the world. This event was started two years ago in New York City to boost the economy, to get people out, shop and spend money. The Fashion Night Out (FNO) merchandise proceeds went to AIDS research.
Last year FNO was nationwide, and I was hired to work an event at Macy's on State Street in Chicago. It was a great event, and once again, all proceeds from the sales of the FNO merchandise went to AIDS research.
For this year's event, I was hired by Macy's to work their event at Water Tower Place in Chicago. Their visual staff and myself put together a "Fashion Closet" where the event took place. Check out the photos below!
Nora Dunn (former SNL actress) attended the event to promote the play she'll be starring in Love, Loss and What I Wore. Then Macy's had Marcellas Reynolds (celebrity stylist)of the E network give fashion advice to the audience and had them compete in a "fashion challenge". FYI...he use to be one of our Marshall Field's models. He was so much fun!!!
Then there were our "informal" models wearing the latest Macy's trends...Navajo Nation, Be Brilliant and Classic Mix. They looked fabulous, but I'm biased. I did dress them! I think that everyone who attended had a great time.
So next year, don't forget..Fashion Night Out!!!
Enjoy your day!!
Lynn
Last year FNO was nationwide, and I was hired to work an event at Macy's on State Street in Chicago. It was a great event, and once again, all proceeds from the sales of the FNO merchandise went to AIDS research.
For this year's event, I was hired by Macy's to work their event at Water Tower Place in Chicago. Their visual staff and myself put together a "Fashion Closet" where the event took place. Check out the photos below!
Nora Dunn (former SNL actress) attended the event to promote the play she'll be starring in Love, Loss and What I Wore. Then Macy's had Marcellas Reynolds (celebrity stylist)of the E network give fashion advice to the audience and had them compete in a "fashion challenge". FYI...he use to be one of our Marshall Field's models. He was so much fun!!!
Then there were our "informal" models wearing the latest Macy's trends...Navajo Nation, Be Brilliant and Classic Mix. They looked fabulous, but I'm biased. I did dress them! I think that everyone who attended had a great time.
So next year, don't forget..Fashion Night Out!!!
Enjoy your day!!
Lynn
Monday, September 5, 2011
Labor Day, Summer Ending and Wearing White!
Today is Labor Day...The unofficial last day of summer. What a bummer! I really didn't want summer to end. Anyway, Labor Day is also the day that everyone (well, actually just women) always asks one particular question year after year after year...Is it appropriate to wear white after Labor Day?
The so called "rule" was always never wear white before Memorial Day and after Labor Day. Summer only!! But what if you live in warm weather all year round? When the temp is 85 and it's March, April, September or October. Of course you are going to wear white. Why not!! Think about it.
Then there's the Midwest where the weather is so unpredictable. Today it's 65 degrees, yesterday it was 75, the day before that 85, and the day before that 95. Go figure! It's completely crazy! What do you wear? Wearing white has always been associated with warm, sunny weather. Why not wear it when the temperature is in the 80's or 90's? Right?
I would say that in fashion, there are no rules or that rules are made to be broken. Go with your gut instinct. Be individualistic! Be yourself! Express your own creativity!
Will I wear my white jeans in September? Sure, why not. But only if the weather permits. Would I wear white in April or May? Sure, but again, if weather permits. Will I wear white while vacationing in a warm weather state? Absolutely!! No doubt about that!
So, I hope I sort of answered your question about wearing white after Labor Day. Fashion is not supposed to be difficult. It's supposed to be fun!!
So enjoy the unofficial last day of summer. Oh, I almost forgot, there are always a ton of sales on Labor Day. I took my kids to the outlet mall this morning to find some fall school clothes, and it was packed! So much for the bad economy! There were no parking spots left, the stores were packed, and people were carry multiple shopping bags. WOW!! Happy shopping!!!
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
The so called "rule" was always never wear white before Memorial Day and after Labor Day. Summer only!! But what if you live in warm weather all year round? When the temp is 85 and it's March, April, September or October. Of course you are going to wear white. Why not!! Think about it.
Then there's the Midwest where the weather is so unpredictable. Today it's 65 degrees, yesterday it was 75, the day before that 85, and the day before that 95. Go figure! It's completely crazy! What do you wear? Wearing white has always been associated with warm, sunny weather. Why not wear it when the temperature is in the 80's or 90's? Right?
I would say that in fashion, there are no rules or that rules are made to be broken. Go with your gut instinct. Be individualistic! Be yourself! Express your own creativity!
Will I wear my white jeans in September? Sure, why not. But only if the weather permits. Would I wear white in April or May? Sure, but again, if weather permits. Will I wear white while vacationing in a warm weather state? Absolutely!! No doubt about that!
So, I hope I sort of answered your question about wearing white after Labor Day. Fashion is not supposed to be difficult. It's supposed to be fun!!
So enjoy the unofficial last day of summer. Oh, I almost forgot, there are always a ton of sales on Labor Day. I took my kids to the outlet mall this morning to find some fall school clothes, and it was packed! So much for the bad economy! There were no parking spots left, the stores were packed, and people were carry multiple shopping bags. WOW!! Happy shopping!!!
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Why My Mail Person Hates Me This Time of Year!
The fall fashion season has begun, and all of the September fashion magazines are hitting the newsstands. I have received most of them already, which is why my mail person really hates me this time of year.
These September magazines are full of fall's hottest trends. They all preview the lastest and greatest in fall fashion. And yes, these issues are filled with pages after pages after more pages of fall merchandise and advertisements.
You know what that means? These September issues are thick...extra thick...inches thick. They also weigh anywhere between 5-10 pounds each. You now know why my mail person currently despises me.
Can you imagine carrying those magazines around with you all day..multiple magazines...inches of magazines...pounds of magazines?!?! Wow!! I definitely wouldn't want to do that!
So, I would like to thank my mail person for delivering those obnoxiously over sized publications to my doorstep. I really do appreciate it because I love looking at them,reading them, absorbing them.
So, when you are perusing your September magazines, remember your mail person and remember to thank them, too.
Enjoy your day!!
Lynn
These September magazines are full of fall's hottest trends. They all preview the lastest and greatest in fall fashion. And yes, these issues are filled with pages after pages after more pages of fall merchandise and advertisements.
You know what that means? These September issues are thick...extra thick...inches thick. They also weigh anywhere between 5-10 pounds each. You now know why my mail person currently despises me.
Can you imagine carrying those magazines around with you all day..multiple magazines...inches of magazines...pounds of magazines?!?! Wow!! I definitely wouldn't want to do that!
So, I would like to thank my mail person for delivering those obnoxiously over sized publications to my doorstep. I really do appreciate it because I love looking at them,reading them, absorbing them.
So, when you are perusing your September magazines, remember your mail person and remember to thank them, too.
Enjoy your day!!
Lynn
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